Apartment hunting: Want the apt., don't need their furniture

I'm apartment hunting, but I have my own furniture, much of it is new and nicer. I found one on craigslist I really like from the pictures, but I don't need/want their shite. Are landlords likely to take their shite out if you ask or say it's the only thing that could keep you from renting? Or usually are furnished apartments, furnished apartments?

Yes, I've contacted the landlord and am waiting for an answer. Just wanted to see what could be said here.

No, this is not for a school project due before Thanksgiving.